The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Samos
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 43 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Samos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Samos will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Samos on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct ferries cover the 273 km distance in an average of 11 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest ferries will take 12 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
BLUE STAR PAROS9:00 AM12h15Port of Piraeus9:15 PMSamos (Vathy)$921One-way0 transfers
BLUE STAR PAROS9:00 AM11h10Port of Piraeus8:10 PMKarlovassi$921One-way0 transfers
BLUE STAR PAROS9:00 AM11h10Port of Piraeus8:10 PMKarlovassi$921One-way0 transfers
BLUE STAR PAROS9:00 AM12h15Port of Piraeus9:15 PMSamos (Vathy)$921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Samos
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Samos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $85, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 147 nautical miles (273 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$99 Average price Cheapest | $125 Average price |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Samos:
A ferry is $27 (€22) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Samos costing on average $125 (€103).
Other travel options to Samos take longer:
Ferry takes on average 9h 0m.
Athens to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 11h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 12h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 8h55 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Samos ferries for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR PAROS | 9:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 12h15 | 9:15 PM Samos (Vathy) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BLUE STAR PAROS | 9:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 11h10 | 8:10 PM Karlovassi | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Athens to Samos ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Fast Ferries or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Samos.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Samos.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Fast Ferries or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Samos.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Samos.
Offers and deals from Athens to Samos
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Athens to Samos and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets

Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Samos
Ferries from Athens to Samos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $85 (€70) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 147 nautical miles (273 km) distance in 10h 15m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Samos are available to foot passengers.



Distance 147 nautical miles (273 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€70) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 10h 15m |
First ferry 12:40 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Seajets from Athens to SamosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Samos with Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Seajets for as low as $84 (€68). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
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FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Samos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Samos by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Samos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Samos
Most Athens to Samos ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Karlovasi port pair, with some services arriving at Samos (Vathy). Use this guide to compare Athens and Samos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Samos leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Which Samos port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Karlovasi from Samos city centre
Karlovasi is 1 km from Samos city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlovasi port facilities and services
Karlovasi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km), Ouzeri tou Nikou (0.5km), Taverna Akrogiali (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlovasi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlovasi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Getting to Samos (Vathy) from Samos city centre
Samos (Vathy) is 14 km from Samos city centre. Public transport options include:
Samos (Vathy) port facilities and services
Samos (Vathy) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km), Taverna Garden (0.5km), Pizza di Napoli (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Samos (Vathy).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Samos (Vathy): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Samos (Vathy).
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